UGR-E Components
ID: SPE3S125R0010Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999)

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https://sam.gov/opp/78568c9694ab415cb643cc32f6023f8b/view
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    Description

    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to gather feedback on the Unitized Group Rations, Express (UGR-E) components, which are designed to provide complete meals for 18 individuals. The agency is particularly interested in suppliers' capabilities to meet increased production and expedited delivery requirements to support Department of Defense operations, including both surge and sustainment capabilities. The UGR-E program encompasses various food items and necessary utensils for meal preparation and consumption, highlighting its importance in military logistics. Interested vendors are encouraged to respond with company information, relevant experience, and capabilities for storage and delivery by contacting James Kahn at james.kahn@dla.mil or by phone at 445-737-3232. This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals.

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    James Kahn
    (445) 737-3232
    james.kahn@dla.mil
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    Sources Sought Notice.pdf
    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Philadelphia has issued a Sources Sought Notice to gather feedback on Unitized Group Rations, Express (UGR-E) components, which supply complete meals to 18 individuals. This program includes various food items and required utensils for meal preparation and consumption. The agency is assessing suppliers' capabilities to meet increased production and expedited delivery demands associated with Department of Defense operations. Although this is not a solicitation for proposals and no contracts are guaranteed from respondent input, information provided may be used for market research purposes. Vendors interested in participating are requested to supply company information, previous experience with similar products, interest in specific UGR-E item categories, and capabilities for storage and delivery. The document serves as a means for the DLA to evaluate the industrial base and industry interest in the UGR-E program.
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